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Leyenda hotel in Istanbul

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Turkey, Istanbul, Turtsiya
● Center: 520 m
🌞 Sea - 9 min

Staff frequently described as helpful, friendly, and accommodating, with some guests highlighting the front desk team's exceptional service. Location praised as excellent and central, with easy walking access to major attractions like the Grand Bazaar and Hagia Sophia. Breakfast received positive comments for variety and quality, with specific praise for the friendly cooks. Several guests reported issues with room cleanliness, including mold, bad smells, and stained mattresses. Rooms described as small, some with poor lighting and ventilation, particularly basement rooms with damp or musky odors. Problems with bathroom facilities were noted, such as broken or moldy showers, malfunctioning air conditioning, and inadequate toilet doors. Multiple reviews mention difficulties with the booking process and room availability, including being relocated to other hotels or receiving incorrect room assignments. Guests reported that some staff pressured for upfront cash payments and forced positive reviews.
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Rooms and prices

2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
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Economy Double Basement room
Economy Double Basement room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
Beds:
55 USD
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Deluxe Double room
Deluxe Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower
Beds:
58 USD
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Economy Triple room
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Economy Triple room
Air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
69 USD
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Standard Quadruple room
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Standard Quadruple room
Private bathroom
Beds:
75 USD
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Description

Leyenda Hotel is a three-star property built and renovated in 2014, located in Istanbul's historic Cemberlitas district. The hotel offers 20 rooms of four types: Economy Triple, Economy Double Basement, Standard Quadruple, and Deluxe Double, accommodating families with children through specific facilities like a kids' menu. Guests can expect air-conditioned, soundproof rooms equipped with modern amenities such as WiFi, heating, and safety deposit boxes. The hotel operates a 24-hour front desk and provides additional paid services including laundry, dry cleaning, and transfer arrangements. Despite its compact size, it features a restaurant, bar, and terrace, alongside practical amenities like luggage storage and currency exchange. Pet stays are not allowed, and smoking is prohibited inside, though designated smoking areas exist. The hotel accepts cash and major credit cards. Check-in begins at 14:00 and check-out is at noon. The property is noted for a mix of positive and critical guest reviews, with particular praise for its staff and location, but some concerns about room size, maintenance, and cleanliness.

Location

Leyenda Hotel is situated in the Fatih district at Gedik Paşa Cami Sk. No:58, within 4 km of the iconic Galata Tower and 13 km from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. The hotel lies just 630 meters from the sea and is close to notable landmarks such as Çemberlitaş Hammam (138 m), the TGC Press Media Museum (162 m), and the Byzantine-era Cistern of Philoxenos (273 m). Nearby, you will find the Restaurant Cennet Turkish Pancake 139 meters away and cafes like Old City Hostel and Hotel Alzer within 300-350 meters, both well-rated for their atmosphere and service. The hotel is within walking distance of major tourist attractions including the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar, making it convenient for sightseeing.

Tips

  • If you are sensitive to room size or lighting, request a room other than the basement level to avoid dampness and poor ventilation.
  • Expect to pay for breakfast separately and consider trying it for its variety and friendly kitchen staff.
  • For smooth check-in, ensure your booking details are confirmed in advance and be prepared for cash payment as some guests reported payment issues.

Policies and conditions

  • Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
  • Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 12 years old
  • Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa
  • Check in time: 23:00. Check out time: 11:00.
2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
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Services and facilities

General
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour reception
  • Elevator/lift
  • Smoking areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Security guard
  • Ticket assistance
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Television in lobby
  • Terrace
  • Design hotel
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Rooms
  • Bridal suite
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Room service
  • Trouser press
  • Fridge
  • Family room
  • Cable TV
  • TV
  • Minibar
  • Locker
  • Mosquito net
  • Safe (in room)
Services and amenities
  • Iron and board
  • Ironing
  • Laundry
  • Dry-cleaning
  • Luggage storage
  • Telephone
  • Iron
Meals
  • Coffee/tea for guests
  • Breakfast
  • Cafe
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free internet
Transfer
  • Shuttle
  • Car rental
  • Airport transportation
Languages Spoken
  • Spanish
  • German
  • Russian
  • English
  • Italian
  • Polish
Tourist services
  • Tour assistance
Recreation
  • Museum
  • Sun Deck
Parking
  • Offsite parking reservations required
  • Parking nearby
Business
  • Photocopy machines
Kids
  • Family/Kid Friendly
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed

The distance to the sea is 630 meters

Hotel view

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Video: Leyenda Hotel İstanbul 0212 709 2 777

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Reviews

Cleanliness
Amenities
Location
Service
07.01.2026 Quazi
Room was clean and okay. Service staff were helpful. Great location close to all the major attractions. Breakfast was good.
26.10.2025 Filomena
The hotel is in a great position. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby. The reception stuff is amazing: for any question/request they have the answer/solution. The cleanliness can be improved. Overall a great stay
07.10.2025 Abdul
Well the air conditioning was not working in one of our rooms except it everything was good
26.08.2025 Hind
The front desk staff were amazing all the three of them were supper friendly and helpful, they go out of there way to help, I would like to thank all of them, the property is old specially the bathroom of the room we stayed in .
the breakfast was good with some variety compared to the price .
02.08.2025 Juanlib
Walking distance to blue mesquite, grand bazar, restaurants and convenient stores. Staff is amazing, the best of the hotel.
29.12.2024 Guest
Great location. Rooms are nice but small. Staff is super helpful. Breakfast was OK.
09.10.2024 Mark
Great location.
The rooms are small but cozy.
The balcony is microscopic.
Good breakfasts.
06.10.2024 Jan
It was a nice experience. Staff is very welcoming and accomodating. The room is nice and spacious. The doors were just hard to open and some furnishings falling apart, just small pieces which you wond mind at all. The room just needs more lighting, its quite dark during the night. Breakfast is also good. Overall everything has been well and we enjoyed our stay. Best thing is the location as it is halfway and walking distance to grand bazaar and hagia sophia. Very recommended!
04.09.2024 Guest
A very small hotel in the center of the old city, two steps from the Basilica Cistern. All the sights are within walking distance - very convenient. The only downside is that the hotel is located high on the mountain 😂 it was hard for non-athletic people to climb up on foot 😂
The staff is very polite - there were no problems with the service. The room is very small, but it has everything you need, even a micro-balcony for those who need to smoke
30.06.2024 Fatin
We were scammed by this hotel. We booked and paid via Agoda, but upon arrival, there were no rooms left for us.

They sent us to a nearby, smaller, and dustier hotel. We were too tired to argue and left early the next morning. I'm writing this review to warn others. I strongly recommend booking elsewhere to ensure a smooth arrival and a pleasant stay
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POIs near hotel

attraction
Çemberlitaş Hammam (2 min)
Historic Turkish bath built in 1584, operating continuously as a thermal spa in Istanbul's commercial district.
Tickets: Cemberlitas Hammam Istanbul: Historical Bath Experience, 90 EUR View
museum
TGC Press Media Museum (2 min)
Museum chronicling Turkish printing and media history through artifacts and exhibitions on journalism.
Tickets: Cemberlitas Hammam Istanbul: Historical Bath Experience, 90 EUR View
museum
Cistern of Philoxenos (4 min)
Byzantine-era underground water cistern with 16 columns, providing water supply to medieval Istanbul.
Tickets: Istanbul Whirling Dervishes Ceremony: Entry Ticket, 20 EUR View
museum
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (5 min)
Displays Ottoman carpets, calligraphy, ceramics, and manuscripts spanning Islamic art history.
Tickets: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia: Guided Tour, 56 EUR View
attraction
Serpent Column (6 min)
Ancient Greek bronze column from Delphi, relocated to Istanbul by Constantine I, featuring intertwined serpent heads.
Tickets: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia: Guided Tour, 56 EUR View

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

restaurant
Restaurant «Cennet Turkish Pancake» (2 min)
Binbirdirek, Divan Yolu Cd. No:31, Fatih
restaurant
Cafe «Old City Hostel» (4 min)
Alemdar Mh., Bestekar Osman Sk. No:9, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul
Reviews
04.10.2016 Diego
Excelent location, friendly staff, nice rooftop terrace. Everything one might want from a hostel in Istanbul!
16.12.2015 Shreeraj
I came in December so it was fairly quiet, but if you come in the warm months there will surely be a large crowd. The terrace upstairs offers good views around and a good place to meet people. Located very well right off the Sultanhamet Tram stop, and very convenient to get to almost anywhere in Istanbul. Offers cheap breakfast, cheap ride to airport, and nice rooms with heat/ac and warm water for shower. Wifi is average. Hosts are very helpful, and informative. Great place to stay, especially for backpackers.
restaurant
Cafe «Hotel Alzer» (5 min)
Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:72, 34122 Sultanahmet/Fatih/Fatih/İstanbul
Reviews
18.05.2025 Iph
I had an absolutely wonderful experience at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. The service was impeccable, the rooms were spotless and beautifully decorated, and every detail was thoughtfully taken care of.

The location was perfect, the amenities were top-notch, and the overall atmosphere was both relaxing and luxurious. I can confidently say this was one of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had. Highly recommended – I will definitely be coming back!
12.05.2025 Maryam
I stayed at this hotel with my father for 7 days. The location is impeccable. We stayed in one of the rooms facing the hippodrome and it was really worth it. The breakfast was also very good and varied and the view was just wonderful. But the best part of this hotel was its kind, professional and friendly staff. Everyone, from the ladies who prepared breakfast, to the house keepers, to the receptionists, were all extremely warm and friendly. Mr. Mesut, the manager was incredibly helpful and gave us a lot of good guidance on what to do and see. He was really polite, kind nad professional. I can't say enough about how welcome him and his team made us feel. Next time we are in Istanbul, we will do our best to book a room with them again. 5 stars.
20.03.2025 Rosario
small and nice hotel very central, easy to get around in every part of the city. the staff is polite and kind I was in Istanbul for work and a bit of vacation I managed to do both without problems. they recommended me a place not very touristy and very Turkish and I was able to play a bit.. thank
you very much next time
01.03.2025 Clokzer
Very safe hotel , with a great location, i was very comfortable living in it because its beside a police station.

Negatives :
- elevator is too small , it can take 3 maximum without the bags
- breakfast is not varied, repeated , everyday the same food, with a very very small changes
- food is too expensive, i bought a Sandwich for 600TL

Positives :
- Ali is a great guy , helped me a lot , i hope for him a good day
- staff is very cooperative and friendly thanks to them
- the hotel takes the customer reviews seriously

Best 7 days in Istanbul, thanks to 1207 hotel.
16.02.2025 Faraz
What can I say about this hotel, pure hospitality and a must stay when your in Istanbul. Take it from me the service is special especially Mehmut and Sena who always greet you and take care of you whenever you need. Sena especially well done! The breakfast is fresh whenever you need no matter what time you get up. If you need a top up a fresh portion it will be made for you.

Frequently asked questions about Leyenda hotel

What types of rooms does Leyenda Hotel offer?

The hotel offers Economy Triple rooms, Economy Double Basement rooms, Standard Quadruple rooms, and Deluxe Double rooms.

Are pets allowed at Leyenda Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed at Leyenda Hotel.

Is breakfast included with the room at Leyenda Hotel?

Breakfast is served as a buffet daily from 08:00 to 10:30 but is not included in the room price and must be paid separately at the property.

Does Leyenda Hotel have facilities for children?

Yes, Leyenda Hotel offers a kids' menu and allows children in some rooms, although additional fees may apply.

How far is Leyenda Hotel from Istanbul Atatürk Airport?

The hotel is approximately 13 kilometers from Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST).

Hotel prices for: August - September 2026 calendar

The average hotel price this month is 54 USD The best time to book is August 4, with rates starting from 46 USD

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